Just off Fairview Avenue in Hudson, a cheerful, light-filled building sits on its own small island of land. It’s the first-ever branch that Greylock Federal Credit Union opened outside of Berkshire County—launched during the quiet uncertainty of the COVID era. Just over five years later, the impact is already tangible.
Samantha Petty remembers when she began as an assistant manager, learning the fundamentals of a credit union after a career in healthcare. Today, she runs the branch with a team that knows the community by heart.
“We can sit down and have a serious conversation about where your business is going or how you’re going to start saving for your daughter’s college,” says Petty. “But it’s also really nice to have those down-to-earth conversations and truly connect.”
That’s the kind of banking that fits here—personal, familiar, and ready to grow with Columbia County.
Why Hudson, Why Now?
Before Greylock ever laid a brick in Hudson, more than 1,600 Columbia County residents were already members of the credit union. That’s what made this expansion feel less like a leap—and more like a promise kept.
Greylock chose Hudson with intention. “This area has a lot of underbanked and underserved individuals,” says Petty. “We knew we could make a really huge impact.” From free financial coaching to credit-building loans, the team offers personalized support designed for people who’ve historically been left behind.
One of the branch’s most impactful resources? Bilingual service.
“A lot of people come in who are Spanish-speaking members,” Petty explains. “They’re not just translating online, they’re having real conversations with someone who can explain everything clearly.”
That kind of trust takes time to build. But here, where faces are familiar and guidance is accessible, it’s starting to feel like second nature.
Business Banking in Action: Old Klaverack Brewery
Just down the road from Greylock’s Greenport/Hudson branch, Old Klaverack Brewery has become a local favorite. For co-owner Kati Bell, keeping the business thriving means having a financial partner who’s not just nearby, but all in.
“When our old bank wouldn’t go above and beyond for our business needs, we decided it was time to give Greylock a try,” Bell says. What she found was a team that shows up.
“The staff is very responsive and accommodating. If I send an email, I get a quick answer. They’ve even limited check holds to keep our business moving,” she says.
But it’s more than a checking account, it’s a relationship grounded in the idea that local businesses deserve local backing—and room to rise.
That kind of flexibility matters, especially for a small business that’s growing. But it’s the long game that excites her most. “When the day comes that we need support to expand,” she says, “I hope Greylock will be the one to help us grow.”
Rooted in the Community
Managing the Greenport/Hudson branch isn’t just a job for Petty—it’s a homegrown commitment. She grew up here, went to school here, and is now raising her own kids in the community she serves.
“My husband works in Columbia County. My kids go to Hudson High. I’m definitely here to serve our community the best I can, and Greylock is too,” she said.
Greylock supports the community with a robust program of charitable giving, sponsorships, and local partnerships that help lift up organizations across Columbia County. You’ll find Petty and her team at the Hudson Children’s Book Festival, the Flag Day Parade, and the local senior center’s community picnic. She’s even helped select recipients for Greylock’s Community Enrichment Scholarship, which provides awards to high school seniors pursuing college, trade, or vocational school. “I was in tears one night reading them,” says Petty, of the student applications. “It was so impactful.”
And that’s just the beginning. Greylock’s community calendar is packed with everything from financial wellness workshops to family concerts—each one a reminder that living well includes banking well, right where you are.
For Greylock, “member-owned” isn’t a tagline—it’s a throughline. The people making decisions are the same ones showing up at school events, shaking hands at parades, and making sure members feel seen.
Real People, Real Conversations
Walk into Greylock’s Greenport/Hudson branch, and you’ll find people who know your name—and maybe even your dog’s name, too. “We have members who come in just to chat,” says Petty. “It might start as a financial conversation, but it often turns into just catching up. That kind of connection matters.”
At Greylock, every interaction is about building real trust. Some tellers are so valued that elderly members gladly wait in line just to see them. Rodrigo Calderon Moran, a senior branch specialist who speaks Spanish, is especially sought after, because when support is offered in your own language, confidence naturally follows.
And while the branch sits in Hudson, the service doesn’t stop at city limits. “If you live in Copake, Hillsdale, Chatham—we’re here for you,” Petty says. “We want the whole county to know: this is your credit union, too.”
Looking Ahead
Greylock’s presence in Columbia County isn’t measured in square footage or account volume—it’s measured in trust. That’s what Petty is focused on as she looks to the future. “I want people to know we’re here,” she says. “And not just in the Greenport/Hudson area, but across the county.”
The goal isn’t just to grow—it’s to grow with the people who live here. And whether it’s a financial literacy workshop or a one-on-one loan conversation, Greylock is ready to grow with the community it already calls home.
Your Money. Your Community. Your Credit Union.
From the late-night mobile deposit, the small business loan, the first savings accounts, Greylock is here for the big goals and the daily wins. As a 100-percent member-owned credit union, Greylock puts people first by offering flexible loans, local decisions, and tools that work wherever life takes them, including mobile banking, video tellers, and thousands of surcharge-free ATMs. At the Hudson branch and beyond, it’s banking that puts your goals within reach. Visit Greylock.org, call 1-800-207-5555, or stop by the Greenport/Hudson branch to learn more.